Bmw R Ninet Urban Gs vs Triumph Scrambler 900
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Bmw R Ninet Urban Gs vs Triumph Scrambler 900. Bmw R Ninet Urban Gs: 110 hp @ 7,750 rpm hp, 222 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h (estimated, manufacturer limited), Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Triumph Scrambler 900: 59 hp @ 6,800 rpm hp, 213 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Bmw R Ninet Urban Gs
Triumph Scrambler 900
Horsepower (hp)
110 hp
59 hp
Torque (Nm)
116 Nm
74 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
200 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
222 kg
213 kg
Type
Scrambler
Scrambler
Horsepower
110 hp @ 7,750 rpm
59 hp @ 6,800 rpm
Torque
116 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
74 Nm @ 5,100 rpm
Top Speed
200 km/h (estimated, manufacturer limited)
175 km/h
Weight
222 kg (wet/curb weight)
213 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18.2 km/L) — estimated real-world average
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Bmw R Ninet Urban Gs
7.8/10
"A flawed but deeply loveable boxer that rewards the diligent buyer."
Pros
+Characterful boxer engine note
+Shaft drive zero chain maintenance
+Strong dealer support network
Cons
−Spline wear if neglected
−Premium dealer servicing costs
−Limited wind protection
Triumph Scrambler 900
8.0/10
"Authentic, characterful scrambler that delivers more than it promises."
Pros
+Indestructible air-cooled twin
+Brilliant exhaust note
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
Cons
−Cam chain tensioner concerns pre-2016
−Limited wind protection highway riding
−Spoke wheels need regular attention
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